Director of Nursing

Amarillo Heart Institute (AHI)
Amarillo, Texas

Position: Director of Nursing
Department: Nursing
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Clinic Operations Director/CEO

Position Summary

Amarillo Heart Institute is seeking an experienced, motivated, and patient-focused Director of Nursing to oversee nursing services and clinical operations within our cardiology practice. The Director of Nursing will provide leadership and direction to nursing and clinical support staff, ensure quality patient care, promote compliance with applicable healthcare regulations, and support efficient daily clinic operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, a solid clinical background, and the ability to foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced cardiology environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Oversee daily nursing operations and provide leadership, guidance, and support to nursing and clinical support staff.
• Patient Care: Promote safe, compassionate, high-quality patient care and ensure clinical staff follow established protocols and standards of practice.
• Staff Management: Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions for nursing personnel.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor clinical performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement measures to improve patient outcomes and workflow efficiency.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable federal and Texas healthcare regulations, professional nursing standards, infection control requirements, and clinic policies.
• Clinical Coordination: Collaborate with physicians, administration, and other departments to coordinate patient care and address clinical concerns.
• Medication Management: Oversee compliance with medication handling, storage, administration, reconciliation, and documentation policies, as applicable to the clinic's services.
• Emergency Preparedness: Ensure staff are trained in emergency response procedures and that emergency equipment and supplies are maintained according to clinic policy.
• Staff Education: Identify training needs and coordinate continuing education, competency assessments, and clinical skills development.
• Documentation and Records: Monitor the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of clinical documentation and support patient privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Operational Oversight: Assist with staffing plans, supply management, clinical workflow development, and departmental budgets as assigned.
• Policy Development: Develop, review, and implement nursing policies and procedures in collaboration with clinic leadership and medical staff.
• Communication: Address patient and staff concerns professionally and promote a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned by clinic administration.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred; equivalent education and relevant leadership experience may be considered.
• Previous nursing leadership, supervisory, or management experience required.
• Experience in cardiology, ambulatory care, or an outpatient specialty clinic preferred.
• Strong knowledge of nursing practices, patient safety, infection prevention, and clinical documentation.
• Familiarity with applicable Texas nursing regulations, healthcare compliance requirements, and quality improvement practices.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead a team, manage competing priorities, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and standard computer applications.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team development
• Clinical judgment and accountability
• Patient-centered care
• Effective communication and conflict resolution
• Organization and time management
• Quality improvement and regulatory compliance
• Professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality

Why Join Amarillo Heart Institute?

At Amarillo Heart Institute, we are committed to providing quality cardiovascular care to our patients and supporting the clinical professionals who make that care possible. We are looking for a leader who values teamwork, accountability, professional development, and excellent patient service.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and application for consideration.

Amarillo Heart Institute is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal and Texas law.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person